2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bugatti Veyron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bugatti Veyron would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 550.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bugatti Veyron | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Bugatti | BMW |
Model | Veyron | 550 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6255 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 547 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2969 mm |